Alpina

Alpina Price Guide

Valuing an Alpina is not quite like valuing a BMW, even though the two share a platform. Alpina’s status as a registered manufacturer, its low production volumes, and a loyal following among knowledgeable enthusiasts mean that the usual BMW depreciation rules do not fully apply. If you are trying to establish what your Alpina is worth, understanding these nuances will help you arrive at a fair figure.

What Affects Alpina Values

Scarcity is the defining factor. Annual production has historically sat between 1,500 and 2,500 cars globally, so any given model is far rarer than its BMW M equivalent. This scarcity supports values, but it also means the market is thinner – finding the right buyer can take longer, and pricing can vary significantly depending on specification, condition, and location. Full Alpina service history from an authorised centre is particularly important, as is originality. These cars tend to attract owners who value the factory-delivered package, so modifications usually detract from value.

Classic and Older Alpinas

Early Alpinas from the 1970s and 1980s, particularly the B7 Turbo and C1/C2 models, are now firmly established as collectibles and trade well above their BMW equivalents. Any E30-era or older Alpina in good condition with documentation is desirable. The E34 and E24-based models are also rising. As with all older BMWs, rust and neglected maintenance are the primary concerns, but a well-kept Alpina from this period is a genuinely rare thing and priced accordingly.

Modern Alpinas

More recent models based on the E39, E60, E90, F30, and G-series platforms follow a more recognisable depreciation curve, but tend to hold a premium over their M-badged stablemates once initial depreciation has settled. The B3, B5, and B7 saloons are the core of the modern range, with the D3 and D5 diesels attracting a smaller but dedicated following. The XB7 and XD3 SUV models have sold well and are still relatively early in their used-market life. With BMW having acquired the Alpina brand name and bringing future models in-house, there is growing collector interest in the final generation of independently produced Alpinas – these may well be looked back on as the end of an era.